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Eliminating the marriage tax penalty: fairer taxes for married couples.

This bill aims to reduce the tax burden on married couples. Currently, in some cases, married couples pay higher taxes than two single individuals with the same combined income. The new rules are designed to change this, treating married couples more fairly in terms of taxation.
Key points
The act eliminates the so-called "marriage penalty" in income tax brackets, meaning married couples will no longer pay higher taxes simply because they are married.
The changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2022, meaning tax benefits will be seen in 2023 tax filings and subsequent years.
For married couples, the income thresholds that determine tax rates will be doubled compared to single individuals, allowing them to have a larger portion of their income taxed at a lower rate.
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Print number: 118_HR_579
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2023-01-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Make Marriage Great Again Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_579.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act eliminates the so-called "marriage penalty" in income tax brackets, meaning married couples will no longer pay higher taxes simply because they are married.
  • The changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2022, meaning tax benefits will be seen in 2023 tax filings and subsequent years.
  • For married couples, the income thresholds that determine tax rates will be doubled compared to single individuals, allowing them to have a larger portion of their income taxed at a lower rate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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